True to its name, Parmarth Niketan is dedicated to the welfare of all. Parmarth Niketan’s charitable activities and services make no distinctions on the basis of caste, color, gender, creed or nationality.

The Divine Union of Yoga

Parmarth hosts numerous yoga and meditation courses and trainings throughout the year, including the world famous annual International Yoga Festival.

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Parmarth Niketan is a true spiritual haven, lying on the holy banks of Mother Ganga in the lap of the Himalayas.

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Padmasana to be installed at Parmarth Niketan, strengthening the ties between India and Indonesia A high level delegation from Bali, Indonesia joined us at Parmarth Niketan recently to offer beautiful dances and cultural performances from their tradition during Parmarth’s divine Ganga Aarti ceremony. Leading the delegation of mostly Parliamentarians was Head of the Parliament, Dr…

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This article was published in The Pioneer, here. Lighting oil lamps are one of the most common daily rituals in Indian tradition. Whether in temples, in homes, in offices or simply in small shrines on a shelf in a dorm room, one will always find a small brass or silver lamp to be filled with…

True to its name as an abode dedicated to the welfare of all, Parmarth works in cooperation with organizations to serve all, with no distinctions on the basis of caste, color, gender, creed or nationality:Learn more >>

"Parmarth Niketan is a wonderful place of Eternity and Spirituality located in the lap of the mighty Himalaya and banks of Ma Ganga. It is like a heaven on Earth. Parmarth Niketan, a huge ashram, is the manifestation of hard work, sacrifice, contribution of saints/sages and charities from devotees having strong faith in maintaining, promoting and nurturing Vedic Hindu/Sanatan Dharma culture and Indian heritage." - Noida, Uttar Pradesh

2015-03-23T11:09:45+00:00

“Parmarth Niketan is a wonderful place of Eternity and Spirituality located in the lap of the mighty Himalaya and banks of Ma Ganga. It is like a heaven on Earth. Parmarth Niketan, a huge ashram, is the manifestation of hard work, sacrifice, contribution of saints/sages and charities from devotees having strong faith in maintaining, promoting View Full →

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/noida-uttar-pradesh/

"We are back to Sarajevo to sub-zero temperatures but we still feel the warmth in our hearts that you have been giving us throughout our stay at Parmarth. The impressions are settling but there is one that will leave a lasting imprint on our minds and souls: your genuine warmth and humanity rarely found in our modern, hurried and dehumanized world. We are now imbued with a new spirit and hope and I am doing my best to share these impressions with my friends. They all now know about the day-care centers for cows, free education for children, and the fascinating man who is walking the walk. And they know I am not in habit of complementing people. May God give you the strength to carry on the mission charted for you. Please convey our respects and gratitude to Sadhviji. What an inspiration has she been! Our love to both of you." - Haris & Selma, Former President and Prime Minister of Bosnia & Herzegovina & his wife

2017-02-07T00:02:49+00:00

“We are back to Sarajevo to sub-zero temperatures but we still feel the warmth in our hearts that you have been giving us throughout our stay at Parmarth. The impressions are settling but there is one that will leave a lasting imprint on our minds and souls: your genuine warmth and humanity rarely found in View Full →

"I wish to express my sincere gratitude for giving us an opportunity to attend the 'Maha Aarti' and the powerful spiritual retreat tour on the banks of the Holy River Ganga and a beautiful tour at your marvelous private grounds and garden during our recent visit to Rishikesh. We feel honored to participate in the Divine Ganga Aarti at your magnificent Ashram and the religious hymns recited in praise of the Ganges have surely touched our soul. We are also thankful for including a special hymn for shalom in Hebrew and your warm word of commitment to the relations between India and Israel. We would also like to convey our heartfelt thanks to all your entire team for the excellent coordination and warm hospitality." - Embassy of Israel, New Delhi

2015-10-29T11:08:52+00:00

“I wish to express my sincere gratitude for giving us an opportunity to attend the ‘Maha Aarti’ and the powerful spiritual retreat tour on the banks of the Holy River Ganga and a beautiful tour at your marvelous private grounds and garden during our recent visit to Rishikesh. We feel honored to participate in the View Full →

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/israel/

"I visited Rishikesh earlier this year and spent time at the Ashram. It changed my life in many ways, but one of the biggest ways was I became a vegetarian. Namaste!" - UK

2018-11-27T01:32:08+00:00

“I visited Rishikesh earlier this year and spent time at the Ashram. It changed my life in many ways, but one of the biggest ways was I became a vegetarian. Namaste!” – UK

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/uk-2/

"This place is heaven on earth - pure divinity, pure love, pure unity between all walks of life! We came here for the first time, but will be returning again and again to rejuvante, recharge and be at One with all the divine souls and of course flow with the River Ganga!" - UK

2018-11-29T22:08:08+00:00

“This place is heaven on earth – pure divinity, pure love, pure unity between all walks of life! We came here for the first time, but will be returning again and again to rejuvante, recharge and be at One with all the divine souls and of course flow with the River Ganga!” – UK

[On the highpoint of their stay at Parmarth]: "Our interaction with Swamiji, our discovery of his knowledge, service oriented spirituality and dedication towards Maa Ganga's purity. His approach to Swachhata is in itself a purifying experience for those meeting him." - India

2018-11-29T22:13:49+00:00

[On the highpoint of their stay at Parmarth]: “Our interaction with Swamiji, our discovery of his knowledge, service oriented spirituality and dedication towards Maa Ganga’s purity. His approach to Swachhata is in itself a purifying experience for those meeting him.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-33/

[On the Ganga Aarti]: "As a family we were transported to a new realm of devotion and its translation to improving society." - India

2018-11-29T22:14:44+00:00

[On the Ganga Aarti]: “As a family we were transported to a new realm of devotion and its translation to improving society.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-34/

"We are speechless and my only suggestion is to keep inspiring people like you did us." - India

2018-11-29T22:15:37+00:00

“We are speechless and my only suggestion is to keep inspiring people like you did us.” – India

"Staff of Parmarth Niketan are friendly and helpful. I am really impressed with overall attitude of people and service. Thanks a lot! Environment is spiritual and relaxing. Hospitality is great." - Singapore

2018-11-29T22:20:05+00:00

“Staff of Parmarth Niketan are friendly and helpful. I am really impressed with overall attitude of people and service. Thanks a lot! Environment is spiritual and relaxing. Hospitality is great.” – Singapore

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/singapore/

"Evening Ganga Aarti is divine and attracts and fills up with total spirituality. I attended all days [I was in the ashram] and was blessed and filled with bliss." - Singapore

2018-11-29T22:21:03+00:00

“Evening Ganga Aarti is divine and attracts and fills up with total spirituality. I attended all days [I was in the ashram] and was blessed and filled with bliss.” – Singapore

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/singapore-2/

"Magnificent, peaceful, green, felt close to nature and to myself." - India

2018-11-29T22:21:40+00:00

“Magnificent, peaceful, green, felt close to nature and to myself.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-36/

[On attending the Ganga Aarti]: "Speechless! Fell in love with my roots and culture all over again!" - India

2018-11-29T22:22:18+00:00

[On attending the Ganga Aarti]: “Speechless! Fell in love with my roots and culture all over again!” – India

"I visited Parmarth Niketan in Feb 2014 for a Yoga Course of 15 days and ended up staying here for 2months…The front office staff is friendly and helpful…This Ashram is known for its Ganga Arti in the evening, trust me it’s the best I have ever come across. I rarely missed the arti during my stay there…This experience is divine…" - Mumbai, India, review via TripAdvisor

2015-03-23T11:35:36+00:00

“I visited Parmarth Niketan in Feb 2014 for a Yoga Course of 15 days and ended up staying here for 2months…The front office staff is friendly and helpful…This Ashram is known for its Ganga Arti in the evening, trust me it’s the best I have ever come across. I rarely missed the arti during my View Full →

"I was amazed with the evening aarti which is conducted here with great devotion and energy. An amazing evening ambience that leaves you completely stunned and mesmerized. The Ganges river looks beautiful in the backdrop of flames of devotional fire. An amazing experience." - New Delhi, India, review via TripAdvisor

2015-03-23T11:36:03+00:00

“I was amazed with the evening aarti which is conducted here with great devotion and energy. An amazing evening ambience that leaves you completely stunned and mesmerized. The Ganges river looks beautiful in the backdrop of flames of devotional fire. An amazing experience.” – New Delhi, India, review via TripAdvisor

"Very nice. The accomodation, the environment is very good and peaceful." - Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

2015-03-23T11:40:48+00:00

“Very nice. The accomodation, the environment is very good and peaceful.” – Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/indore-madhya-pradesh-india/

"I thoroughly enjoyed the serenity of the Ashram. The staff are all helpful and friendly. It lets locals and foreigners experience life at an ashram, yoga and meditation together, peacefully and happily." - Eastern Cape, South Africa

2015-03-23T11:41:19+00:00

“I thoroughly enjoyed the serenity of the Ashram. The staff are all helpful and friendly. It lets locals and foreigners experience life at an ashram, yoga and meditation together, peacefully and happily.” – Eastern Cape, South Africa

"The institution is doing a very good job. I felt at peace being here. One gets relieved of all his problems & forgets his/her tension." - Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

2015-03-23T11:42:24+00:00

“The institution is doing a very good job. I felt at peace being here. One gets relieved of all his problems & forgets his/her tension.” – Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/mumbai-maharashtra-india-3/

"Excellent- Children are the future of Sanatan dharma & its happening here." - Georgia, USA

2015-03-23T11:42:42+00:00

“Excellent- Children are the future of Sanatan dharma & its happening here.” – Georgia, USA

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/georgia-usa/

"Parmarth Niketan Ashram is the most incredible place to stay in Rishikesh… The atmosphere is so peaceful… The Ashram offers yoga classes twice a day which are worth going to as well. The best part is the Gangaji Aarti that takes place every evening on the ghat just outside the Ashram. You must attend this every evening and absorb the spirituality of Rishikesh. I would only ever stay here again. Radhe Radhe." –London, United Kingdom, review via TripAdvisor

2015-03-23T11:43:13+00:00

“Parmarth Niketan Ashram is the most incredible place to stay in Rishikesh… The atmosphere is so peaceful… The Ashram offers yoga classes twice a day which are worth going to as well. The best part is the Gangaji Aarti that takes place every evening on the ghat just outside the Ashram. You must attend this View Full →

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/london-united-kingdom/

"Parmarth Niketan has a beautiful, serene atmosphere and very high energy level. I loved waking up to the name of God in the mornings and ending the day in with Ganga Aarti. Parmarth is the best place to stay in Rishikesh." - Toronto, Canada

2015-03-28T04:36:47+00:00

“Parmarth Niketan has a beautiful, serene atmosphere and very high energy level. I loved waking up to the name of God in the mornings and ending the day in with Ganga Aarti. Parmarth is the best place to stay in Rishikesh.” – Toronto, Canada

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/toronto-canada/

"Parmarth is a great place which calms one's mind and gives inner peace to people." - Delhi

2015-03-28T04:37:32+00:00

“Parmarth is a great place which calms one’s mind and gives inner peace to people.” – Delhi

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/delhi-2/

"I had such a special experience at the Parmarth. Thank you: each and every one that I met there. What a blessing each and every one of you are." - USA

2015-04-01T05:21:52+00:00

“I had such a special experience at the Parmarth. Thank you: each and every one that I met there. What a blessing each and every one of you are.” – USA

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/usa/

"It was our greatest experience & opportunity to have visited Parmarth Niketan for the first time. Ganga Arti, tarpan & our most precious short meeting with Shri Swamiji is a treasure in our minds. Cooperation of the entire staff & marvelous guidance of Shri Mishraji at every step lie in our sweet memories. We are grateful. We look forward to be a part again & have Divine Blessings." - Chicago, USA

2015-04-02T06:53:46+00:00

“It was our greatest experience & opportunity to have visited Parmarth Niketan for the first time. Ganga Arti, tarpan & our most precious short meeting with Shri Swamiji is a treasure in our minds. Cooperation of the entire staff & marvelous guidance of Shri Mishraji at every step lie in our sweet memories. We are View Full →

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/chicago-usa/

"Sadat Pranam. First, last and always, my deep gratitude and immense thanks for warmly hosting my Mausaji and cousins at the divine ashram, at my mere asking. They called me as soon as they reached there on 1st and thanked me for putting them up in such a pristine abode, and called every morning and evening with the same sentiments. So much that, I felt like joining them immediately!! I will always be grateful for your kindness and will pay my obeisances whenever I am there." - Jaipur, India

2015-07-07T04:17:19+00:00

“Sadat Pranam. First, last and always, my deep gratitude and immense thanks for warmly hosting my Mausaji and cousins at the divine ashram, at my mere asking. They called me as soon as they reached there on 1st and thanked me for putting them up in such a pristine abode, and called every morning and View Full →

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/jaipur-india/

"We had a wonderful stay at Parmarth Niketan once again. Everyone was well placed in the Yamuna block...Everyone was so helpful at the desk and very attentive to our needs." - Beijing, China

2015-12-24T06:53:25+00:00

“We had a wonderful stay at Parmarth Niketan once again. Everyone was well placed in the Yamuna block…Everyone was so helpful at the desk and very attentive to our needs.” – Beijing, China

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/beijing-china/

"An incredible, soul touching, beautiful and such a loving place!! A number one, top of the bucket list must visit!!" - India

2017-12-16T19:07:21+00:00

“An incredible, soul touching, beautiful and such a loving place!! A number one, top of the bucket list must visit!!” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india/

"The environment and the people are humble and inviting. Can't wait to return." - India

2017-12-16T19:08:06+00:00

“The environment and the people are humble and inviting. Can’t wait to return.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-2/

"On a recent trip to Rishikesh with my parents, I had the good fortune of attending the ceremonies and proceedings at Parmarth Niketan Ashram around the time for Ganga aarti, and I was absolutely hooked. It was the occasion of Diwali and I was absolutely honoured to be able to attend the Ganga aarti on the ghats of the Ashram." - India

2017-12-17T05:09:16+00:00

“On a recent trip to Rishikesh with my parents, I had the good fortune of attending the ceremonies and proceedings at Parmarth Niketan Ashram around the time for Ganga aarti, and I was absolutely hooked. It was the occasion of Diwali and I was absolutely honoured to be able to attend the Ganga aarti on View Full →

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-3/

"Everything at Rishikesh was so divine. I guess the same divine force is constantly pulling me towards that place again and again." - India

2017-12-17T05:09:59+00:00

“Everything at Rishikesh was so divine. I guess the same divine force is constantly pulling me towards that place again and again.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-4/

"I wanted to reach out and thank you for such an incredible weekend at your ashram. To be honest I was a bit skeptical at first when my parents told me I would be spending a week at an ashram in India with little internet connectivity, but my time spent at the ashram was extremely meaningful and surpassed any and all expectations I had! The environment of the ashram and the beautiful Ganga Aarti definitely made a mark on me and I feel like something inside me has changed." - USA

2017-12-17T05:10:42+00:00

“I wanted to reach out and thank you for such an incredible weekend at your ashram. To be honest I was a bit skeptical at first when my parents told me I would be spending a week at an ashram in India with little internet connectivity, but my time spent at the ashram was extremely View Full →

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/usa-2/

"My first ever visit to India and what a spiritual week at the heart of Mother Ganga. My stay at the ashram was wonderful and tranquil of eternal peace, it was out of this world." - UK

2017-12-17T05:11:47+00:00

“My first ever visit to India and what a spiritual week at the heart of Mother Ganga. My stay at the ashram was wonderful and tranquil of eternal peace, it was out of this world.” – UK

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/uk/

"I felt so honored by your hospitality and that of the staff of Parmarth Niketan. The first night of Aarti, we were brought to sit close to the fire. We were uplifted by young men chanting with devotion, the beauty of the music, and the pageantry culminating in honoring those committed to environmental care. Among the insights that I gained from my time at your Ashram (note- Parmarth spells correct as “warmth”) was that a religious institution is only as large as its purpose. In your case, I am particularly taken by the worldly focus of WASH and the marshaling of resources toward healing the world." - USA

2018-01-05T20:40:34+00:00

“I felt so honored by your hospitality and that of the staff of Parmarth Niketan. The first night of Aarti, we were brought to sit close to the fire. We were uplifted by young men chanting with devotion, the beauty of the music, and the pageantry culminating in honoring those committed to environmental care. Among the View Full →

"A great institution, a source of enlightenment to so many in society. Got to meet Swamiji, an eternal feeling. An absolute spiritual experience." - India

2018-01-05T20:52:41+00:00

“A great institution, a source of enlightenment to so many in society. Got to meet Swamiji, an eternal feeling. An absolute spiritual experience.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-10/

"I love this place. It gives immense peace to be here always. Satsang after the Aarti cleared all my doubts." - India

2018-01-05T20:53:49+00:00

“I love this place. It gives immense peace to be here always. Satsang after the Aarti cleared all my doubts.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-11/

"It's a wonderful place to obtain peace." - India

2018-01-05T20:54:11+00:00

“It’s a wonderful place to obtain peace.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-12/

"It is a very divine place. I get more about environment, ecology and the cleanliness effort made for Ganga." - India

2018-01-05T20:56:06+00:00

“It is a very divine place. I get more about environment, ecology and the cleanliness effort made for Ganga.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-13/

"Beautiful and comfortable, serving religious people so wonderfully." - India

2018-01-05T20:56:36+00:00

“Beautiful and comfortable, serving religious people so wonderfully.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-14/

"It is a highly serene place with positive aura. It detoxes your mind and rejuvenates your heart. [The Ganga Aarti] evoked emotions of remembering how strong the cosmic energy is. The office staff is polite, friendly and hospitable. Sadhviji is dignity personified and her insights will help a lot. [The ashram] is managed perfectly." - India

2018-01-05T20:57:23+00:00

“It is a highly serene place with positive aura. It detoxes your mind and rejuvenates your heart. [The Ganga Aarti] evoked emotions of remembering how strong the cosmic energy is. The office staff is polite, friendly and hospitable. Sadhviji is dignity personified and her insights will help a lot. [The ashram] is managed perfectly.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-15/

"Fantastic, awesome, wonderful place on this planet Mother Earth! Great, spiritual, connecting Aarti on the bank of Mother Ganges and very inspiring and life-changing motivational satsang of H.H. Maa." - India

2018-01-05T20:59:11+00:00

“Fantastic, awesome, wonderful place on this planet Mother Earth! Great, spiritual, connecting Aarti on the bank of Mother Ganges and very inspiring and life-changing motivational satsang of H.H. Maa.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-16/

"Very peaceful, extremely strong positive vibration." - India

2018-01-05T20:59:46+00:00

“Very peaceful, extremely strong positive vibration.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-17/

"Very pleasing, peaceful and calm. Each moment was blissful." - India

2018-01-05T21:00:19+00:00

“Very pleasing, peaceful and calm. Each moment was blissful.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-18/

"It was a very pleasant experience. The ashram is potent with positive divine energy." - India

2018-01-05T21:00:56+00:00

“It was a very pleasant experience. The ashram is potent with positive divine energy.” – India

"Beautiful, serene. The rishikumars are so pure and pious. The other supporting staff and members are very helpful and hospitable. The Ganga Aarti, the meaningful satsang, the dip in the Holy Ganges, and most importantly my meeting with Pujya Swamiji - feel blessed." - India

2018-01-05T21:02:40+00:00

“Beautiful, serene. The rishikumars are so pure and pious. The other supporting staff and members are very helpful and hospitable. The Ganga Aarti, the meaningful satsang, the dip in the Holy Ganges, and most importantly my meeting with Pujya Swamiji – feel blessed.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-21/

"Makes us feel very deeply about everything around us. Very soulful experience. Darshan of Guruji Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji - his voice and presence is very inspiring and divine." - India

2018-01-05T21:08:31+00:00

“Makes us feel very deeply about everything around us. Very soulful experience. Darshan of Guruji Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji – his voice and presence is very inspiring and divine.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-22/

"This is a wonderful ashram I have come across! Everything is perfect, especially the evening Aarti. Satsang in the evening was also wonderful. Overall it was a very good experience. Location and ambiance of the ashram is beautiful." - India

2018-01-05T21:11:08+00:00

“This is a wonderful ashram I have come across! Everything is perfect, especially the evening Aarti. Satsang in the evening was also wonderful. Overall it was a very good experience. Location and ambiance of the ashram is beautiful.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-23/

"Very serene, pious, peaceful." - India

2018-01-05T21:11:39+00:00

“Very serene, pious, peaceful.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-24/

"My soul met peace." - Malaysia

2018-01-05T21:12:24+00:00

“My soul met peace.” – Malaysia

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/malaysia/

"Excellent, peace, it is divine. Darshan of Swamiji always gives inspiration to live life with peace." - India

2018-05-19T15:48:45+00:00

“Excellent, peace, it is divine. Darshan of Swamiji always gives inspiration to live life with peace.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-25/

"Amazing, life time experience." - India

2018-05-19T15:50:19+00:00

“Amazing, life time experience.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-26/

"Every time I come here to Parmarth Niketan, I am mesmerized." - India

2018-08-08T23:47:35+00:00

“Every time I come here to Parmarth Niketan, I am mesmerized.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-27/

"[My experience at Parmarth] was very wonderful. Peace. The staff here is very cooperative and polite." - India

2018-10-30T12:58:20+00:00

“[My experience at Parmarth] was very wonderful. Peace. The staff here is very cooperative and polite.” – India

https://www.parmarth.org/testimonials/india-28/

"Excellent. We are taking along with us very good and life-long memories. Very peaceful and clean environment." - India

2018-10-30T12:59:37+00:00

“Excellent. We are taking along with us very good and life-long memories. Very peaceful and clean environment.” – India